God, the Eternal Creator, weeps for the poor, displaced, mistreated, and diseased of the world because of their unnecessary suffering. Such conditions are not God’s will. Open your ears to hear the pleading of mothers and fathers in all nations who desperately seek a future of hope for their children. Do not turn away from them. For in their welfare resides your welfare.

From An Invitation to a Whole-Life Journey of Abundant Generosity, p. 24

Love drives generosity that arises from compassionate hearts to meet the great needs of others. Generosity is an agent of change and transformation as it fulfills, lifts, and provides what many desperately need—temporally and spiritually.

Our generosity is not inspired by what others deserve, but what they need. We begin to see, with God’s grace, how many lives are waiting for the redeeming power of our generosity.

Our sharing to achieve Christ’s mission makes possible what otherwise seems impossible. The urgency for generous disciples fully devoted to the cause of Zion has never been greater.

Reflection Question

Where do you see the urgency for generosity in funding the mission of Christ?

Prayer Phrase

“You will be enriched in every way for your great generosity” (2 Corinthians 9:11).

Blessing Walk

As you walk slowly and mindfully around your neighborhood, yard, or house, look around with attentiveness. For every person you see, silently offer a blessing: “May you be surrounded by love.” For places you pass—homes, businesses, churches, shelters—offer a quiet prayer of gratitude or intercession. If walking indoors or unable to move freely, do a “blessing walk” in your mind—imagining those you love or your community and lifting each one in prayer.

Today’s Prayer for Peace

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